· Sleep & Routines, Occupational Therapy
Importance of Schedules and Routines Just like adults, children feel more confident and secure when their daily activities are predictable and familiar. Consistent daily schedules and step-by-step routines give children a predictable, safe day. Schedules and routines help children: Feel in control of their environment Feel safe, secure, and comfortable Know what is happening now
· school, Parenting & Behavior
Back to School Emotions August means back to school is right around the corner! Back to school means transitioning to new schools, new teachers, new peers, new expectations and new routines! Many kids are excited about the anticipation of a new school year, but for many kiddos “new” can be scary and worrisome. Children can
· Parenting & Behavior, school
What should you do if your child cries at drop-off? Dropping your child off at preschool, daycare or a babysitter can be a time of anxiety for both parent and child but it doesn’t have to be! Here are some do’s and don’ts of dropping off your teary-eyed child. DO Do Leave! This is huge!
· Parenting & Behavior, Infants
Every parent who has a child who loves their pacifier dreads the day when it’s time to start pacifier weaning. Here are 8 ideas to help you navigate this big transition! 1. Prepare your child for the eventuality that pacifiers are not forever. Bring up pacifier weaning whenever your child asks for the pacifier or
